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AV · 2 days ago

Total Rewards Manager

Simi Valley, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$108K/yr - $154K/yr

8+ years exp

AeroVironment (AV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems. They are seeking a Total Rewards Manager to provide operational expertise and project management across all areas of Total Rewards, including compensation, benefits, HRIS, and acquisitions.

AerospaceAir TransportationDronesElectric VehicleElectronicsEnergyGovernmentManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serve as a flexible resource by supporting various Total Rewards areas (e.g., compensation, employee benefits, and HRIS)

Provide support for annual compensation review cycles, benefit renewals, and other cyclical processes within the Total Rewards scope

Lead Total Rewards projects by creating and maintaining detailed project plans while effectively coordinating with internal and external stakeholders; drive successful execution while ensuring alignment with company objectives

Support activities related to acquisition initiatives (e.g., due diligence, transition, and integration)

Lead and contribute to identifying, designing, and optimizing processes that enhance the impact of Total Rewards programs to create scalable and efficient processes

Collaborate with compensation and benefits teams to assess existing programs and recommend improvements aligned with business goals

Implement best practices and support change management initiatives within the function

Utilize strong working knowledge of HRIS systems, specifically Workday, to extract, analyze, and report data

Support system optimization efforts to improve efficiency and usability in Total Rewards processes

Gather, analyze, and visualize data to support business decisions across Total Rewards programs

Develop high-quality, consistent, and visually appealing presentations and materials in PowerPoint, ensuring branding and accuracy standards are met

Review all outgoing presentations and deliverables to ensure high-quality, consistent messaging

Other duties as assigned by Total Rewards leadership

Qualification

Total Rewards expertiseWorkday proficiencyProject managementCompensation knowledgeBenefits knowledgeHRIS systems knowledgePMP certificationAnalytical skillsMicrosoft Office skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detailTime managementOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree required in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Minimum of 8 years of working experience required, with 5+ years of experience in Total Rewards functions, including compensation, benefits, and HRIS utilization

Proven ability to lead and manage complex projects

Strong understanding of Workday (reporting, workflows, data extraction, etc.)

Demonstrated experience working in a public company and/or acquisition integration projects

Advanced MS Office skills, specifically Excel and PowerPoint

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical, time management and organizational skills

Strong computer skills and proficiency with office software and productivity tools

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Works well with little or no supervision and exercises independent judgement on a regular basis

Strong ability to gain cooperation of others, conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or schedules

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required

Must be able to travel within the Continental U.S. and internationally when required